About the business

RWAV (Rural Workforce Agency Victoria) is a non-profit government funded organisation improving healthcare for rural, regional and Aboriginal communities in Victoria. At RWAV we create sustainable health workforce models that support Victoria's rural, regional and Aboriginal communities. In drawing upon trusted relationships, smart data and best practice we establish models that are capable, connected and tailored to the communities we serve.

About the role

RWAV is seeking to appoint a Program Coordinator initially for a 12-month fixed term contract. The primary function of your role as the Program Coordinator – Outreach is to implement, coordinate and support locally integrated and patient-centred care by engaging, consulting with local optometry service providers, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and general practices and exploring potential referral pathways.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders, including The Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organization (VACCHO), Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), general and allied health practices and rural and regional community health services to develop, implement and evaluate the pilot model of care.
• Streamline processes and increase access to support for service providers, including providing information sessions, conducting meetings with service providers, providing orientation support for new outreach providers to build trust between service providers and the community.
• Assist with the monitoring and collection of data for the purposes of preparing contractual reporting, board reports, external presentations with agreed procedures, protocols and time-frames.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Possession of a relevant tertiary qualification and/or relevant in human resources, recruitment, procurement, health administration or business.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the specific health, cultural and social issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Demonstrated understanding and skills in the implementation and monitoring of contractual requirements, the preparation of reports and related budget monitoring.

Benefits and perks

As an employer of choice, RWAV offers the following employee benefits:

• Hybrid work from home/office model.
• Flexible work/life balance.
• FBT-exempt salary packaging options.
• Professional development.
• Access to “Flexi Days” off.
• Active social club.

To apply for this position and be considered for an interview, please submit your CV along with a covering letter, addressing your answers to the selection criteria. 

Please note you will be required to provide the following prior to commencement in the position:

Certification of Tertiary Qualifications.

Proof of Covid-19 Vaccinations.

A National Police check is required prior to commencement in the position.

Contact Details:

For further questions regarding this role and the PD, please refer to our website https://www.rwav.com.au/why-work-rural/​ or contact at [email protected] using the subject line: Program Coordinator Visiting Optometry Scheme (VOS) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please be aware due to the high volume of applicant we anticipate to apply for this position only those shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.